Debunked: No Evidence Uhuru Kenyatta Was Hospitalised

A digitally manipulated photo claiming to show former President Uhuru Kenyatta hospitalised at Jomo Kenyatta National Hospital has gone viral on social media, sparking confusion and concern among Kenyans.

The image, which shows a man wearing a blue hospital gown printed with the words “Jomo Kenyatta National Hospital – Fighting for Cancer Nationwide,” was widely shared by a Facebook page known as Telenovelas DAILY updates.

The post encouraged users to “take a second to wish Uhuru Kenyatta quick recovery,” but provided no evidence to support the claim.

A fact-check conducted by the Factcheckers Club has determined that the photo is edited and misleading.

A closer visual analysis reveals duplication of background elements, inconsistent lighting, and slight distortions around the facial features — all indicators of digital alteration.

Furthermore, no credible news outlet has reported any hospitalisation of the former Head of State. The management of Jomo Kenyatta National Hospital has also not issued any statement confirming such an admission.

While Mr. Kenyatta recently mentioned during the funeral of his friend Frank Ireri that he had faced some “health challenges,” he did not disclose any illness, hospital stay, or treatment for cancer. His statement appears to have been taken out of context and exploited to generate sensational misinformation online.

Experts warn that the spread of doctored images and false medical claims about public figures can fuel unnecessary public panic and damage reputations.

Verdict: The viral photo of Uhuru Kenyatta allegedly hospitalised at Jomo Kenyatta National Hospital is digitally manipulated and false.

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